Chicago increases hotel taxes to finance tourism marketing efforts for Choose Chicago
Chicago Increases Hotel Taxes Amid Tourism Push Just when things in Chicago seemed like they couldn’t get any more bizarre, a new development has surfaced. The city is set to raise hotel taxes in an effort to boost tourism. Ordinance 2026-0022544 aims to take hotel taxes from 17.5% to 19%, with the extra funds directed […]
Chicago increases hotel tax for tourists to 19% to enhance tourism marketing budget
Chicago City Council Approves Increase in Tourism Tax The Chicago City Council has decided to raise tourism taxes, aiming to boost marketing programs for tourists. Specifically, an ordinance has been voted on that raises the lodging tax for hotels in the area from 17.5% to 19%. This figure includes various city, county, and state taxes. […]
Californians’ preferred Mexican destinations increase tourism tax in response to cartel violence
Despite ongoing violence from drug cartels, Californians are increasingly choosing Mexico for getaways, putting additional strain on the tourism sector. The rising costs have effectively moved this vacation hotspot out of the “bargain” category, and these higher prices seem to be here for the long haul. Baja California Sur, home to popular spots like Los […]
Well-known Cotswolds town might fight ‘bin problems’ with fines affecting Instagram tourism.
Proposed Fines in Tewkesbury to Keep Cotswolds Beautiful The Cotswolds, known for its stunning hills and charming villages, is a popular destination for visitors worldwide. One town in this picturesque region, Tewkesbury, is taking steps to maintain its appeal by proposing fines for residents who leave their trash bins out too long. This initiative seems […]
Dallas Highway Banner Reveals China’s Birth Tourism Network
A street art banner showcasing Peter Schweitzer’s recent revelations from his best-selling book, The Invisible Coup: How American Elites and Foreign Powers Use Immigration as a Weapon, was displayed Thursday over the North Park Boulevard Bridge above busy Route 75 in Dallas, Texas. This street art, which first emerged in Los Angeles and Sacramento last […]
Billboard Truck for ‘The Invisible Coup’ Delivers Birth Tourism Revelation to China’s Embassy
Recently, a billboard truck appeared in front of the Chinese-American Embassy in Washington, D.C. It drew attention to Peter Schweitzer’s revelations from his bestseller, The Invisible Coup: How American Elites and Foreign Powers Use Immigration as a Weapon. The truck prominently displayed “BIRTH TOURISM” on both sides, and added, “One million people born on American […]
Obama Supported Chinese Birth Tourism in the U.S.
Increase in Birth Tourism from China Birth tourism from China has significantly increased during the administration of former President Barack Obama. This trend permits Chinese nationals, including some officials from the Chinese Communist Party, to give birth in the United States and gain birthright citizenship. This information comes from investigative journalist Peter Schweitzer in his […]
New York City has not yet reached pre-pandemic tourism levels, missing millions of visitors in 2025, according to a report.
Tourism in New York City saw a slight uptick in 2025, yet the number of visitors remains significantly lower than anticipated. A new report highlights that the city still hasn’t reached pre-pandemic numbers. New York City Tourism + Conventions indicated that international travel has dropped nearly 5% from the previous year, attributing this decline to […]
Las Vegas tourism declines as new airport figures reveal almost a 10% loss in passengers
Las Vegas Tourism Decline Persists Tourism in Las Vegas is on the decline, as recent airline data reveals a nearly 10% drop in passenger numbers. Specifically, approximately 3,956,419 domestic travelers passed through Harry Reid International Airport in November, a significant decrease from 4,338,575 passengers the previous year. The much-anticipated Las Vegas Grand Prix, held last […]
Lowest Dollar Rate Since 2005 Pressures Costa Rica’s Peak Season Tourism
Concerns Rise Over Costa Rica’s Low Dollar Exchange Rate The dollar exchange rate in Costa Rica has reached its lowest point since 2005, raising worries in the tourism sector as the peak season kicks off. This morning, the dollar was trading at 488 colones, based on data from the central bank, which greatly impacts businesses […]